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As we find ourselves nearing the half point of season seven it is a great time to begin the true "power rankings" for American Idol. Which contestant comes out on top and which should go home this week? Here are my personal picks.

Carly Smithson sang Total Eclipse of the Heart in the top ten show of American Idol's Season 12

has American Idol come up with a new way to stop the Taylor Hicks and Sanjaya's from making it too far in the competition? Yest they have. Just put people in the top 24 who already have had record deals.

David Cook and David Archuleta will take the American Idol stage one last time to fight it out for the title. Here's a closer look at the weaponry each performer brings to the American Idol stage for the final battle.

American Idol each season sets out to find the next American Idol singing sensation. And the best is weeded out from the worst by the judges Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell.

David Cook wins American Idol: based on this week's performances, David Archuleta deserved to win, but based on this season as a whole, America got it right. David Cook and David Archuleta are both winners.

Last night on American Idol, the competition was fierce. With only 10 remaining, the contestants had to be on top of their game. While there were some unfortunate misses, there were also some surprising hits.

Every year, my wife and I watch American Idol religiously and enjoy the week to week drama that it produces. There are certain things that we do to maximize our American Idol viewing experience, and I thought it would be fun to share those things here with you.

The awesome talent this year has the judges of American Idol making ruthless cuts and giving few second chances beyond the required ones. New changes allow the contestants to further show their talent and range.

David Archuleta proved again why he is one of the top contenders for American Idol tonight.

This is an article on American Idol Season 7, "Lennon/McCartney Night. "

On the April 22nd episode of American Idol, David Cook blew me away.

Here's what you need to know before you head out to audition for America's most popular show - American Idol!

The truth is that the winner of American Idol season 7 is already known. David Archuleta is a sweet, charming guy from Salt Lake City, Utah. He has been singing for most of his childhood, and has been in several talent shows before American Idol.

Haven't been following American Idol this season, but thinking of watching tonight? Read this to get an idea of who will shine, and who will shatter your eardrums.

David Cook was proclaimed this year's American Idol at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles on Wednesday night, May 21st.

Who will win season seven of American Idol?

If you missed the results show here are the four American Idol contestants who were voted off of the show.

Who is going to win this season of American Idol and what's all the hype about?? Why has this been one of the most controversial seasons??

A detailed guide to the "American Idol" audition process from the preliminary stages to the Hollywood Round. Are you ready?

In an American Idol shocker tonight, Michael Johns gets voted off. The Australian rocker had the women swooning for more this season on American Idol, but votes are what count.

This season of American Idol might possible be the best yet, but deciding who the top two isn't an easy choice. Obviously there is a favorite on everyone's minds, but who will it exactly be?

Is David Archuleta bound for success on American Idol?

Jason Castro sang "Memory" on last night's episode of American Idol.

This is an article on Simon Cowell of American Idol.

This is an article on American Idol Singer Carly Smithson.

Jason Castro's performance on "American Idol" on April 23rd may mark him for elimination.

By the time Ryan Seacrest announced that David Cook was the new American Idol for Season 7, it was almost anticlimactic. Except that the right David won. Or -- to clarify -- the David everybody thought was going to win did not.

Tonight the American Idol Top 7 contestants were mentored by Mariah Carey. David Archuleta lead the night off with his version of "Believe", and did not disappoint us.

Carly Smithson and her powerful voice were forced to make an early exit on American Idol.

Have you wondered why David Cook wears an orange bracelet while he performs on American Idol? It's not just a fashion statement. Here's the real story.

Comparing David Archuleta to David Cook is like comparing apples to oranges. Each one is fabulous in his own way. Though at the end of the day, I believe David Cook will be the next American Idol.

Tonight the American Idol Top 7 contestants performed songs from the library of Mariah Carey.

There is no denying that 17-year-old David Archuleta has taken the seventh season of American Idol by storm.

Smithson failed to connect with the song, and find her own unique style.

Since the beginning of American Idol this year everyone has raved about David Archuleta.

David Archuleta is the epitome of what American Idol presents itself as the divining force of: the new face of American pop music. The next superstar. The next music icon. The next, well... American Idol. David Archuleta is 17, humble, handsomely cute...

It is true: This American Idol in 2008 is one the most promising to date. It has presented American with some of the most amazing young vocalist we have heard since its debut in 2002.

I am giving a review on David Archuleta's performance that was on Tuesday's American Idol. David Archuleta has always been one of my favorites.

Carly Smithson and Syesha Mercado were the two lowest vote-getters, despite brilliant performances on Tuesday night.

Ramiele Malubay was voted off American Idol on April 2, but her early exit despite her fantastic voice is proof positive this show is a sham.

American Idol has four strong contenders in my view this season.

With such a popular show, it is no wonder why they have not created American Idol action figures based off of these popular contestants and by the end of this article, you will be thinking the same thing.

Jason Castro was rightfully voted off "American Idol" after a performance on Tuesday, May 6th, that Simon Cowell described as "utterly atrocious."

I have been watching American Idol every year from beginning to end. I think that this is the most talented Season as a group. From David Cook to Carly Smithson, who do you think will win American Idol this year?

Critique of American Idol's Carley Smithson during Mariah Carey Week

Mandisa gained quite a following throughout her time on American Idol. You probably remember Simon Cowell giving her a hard time early in the season for her appearance. But, Mandisa won fans over with her powerful singing voice and charming personality.

Jason Castro says goodbye while David Archuleta, David Cook, and Syesha Mercado make it into American Idol season 7's top three.

Daxid Cook wins American idol Season 7 by 12 million votes. Archuleta accepts loss well. American Idol has no losers

And now there are two. The two Davids were long expected to be in the final weeks battle of American Idol Season Seven.